It may seem slightly cliché, but sparkling wine should be served at any and every New Year’s Eve party. Whether you’re celebrating the end of a tough year or looking forward to starting the next one, Champagne helps mark the turning of the calendar in style. An excellent bottle or two shared with family, friends, or someone special will set the right tone as the clock strikes midnight. It allows you to toast your successes and acknowledge everything you accomplished in 2025. Whether you go for a non-vintage fizz that represents a consistent house style or a vintage Champagne that celebrates an exceptional year in the vineyard, bubbles will set you on the best path forward in 2026. Here are nine amazing bottles worth popping at any end-of-year do. Krug 173eme Edition Grand Cuvee Brut Krug was founded in 1843 by Joseph Krug, and although it is now majority owned by Louis..